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Arthur Smith Obituary

Arthur James (A.J.) Smith, 44, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2008. He was employed by White Tire for many years and was preceded in death by his mother, Harriet Smith; father, Doug Smith; and siblings, Paige Morris, Cherri Conroy, Jemma MacPhail, and Chuck Smith. A.J. is survived by two daughters, Summerlyn Nichols and Montana Wells; two grandchildren, Charles Anthony Riley, and Calvin Lee Riley; brother, Clayton Smith; four sisters, Stacy Long, Mysie (Kitten) Camper, Debbie Gray, and Sandra Hill; his fiancée, Christy L. Short; his best friend, Cheryl Cupp; special niece, Cathy Smith; special brother, Jimmy Morris; special dad, Mike Morris; and several other nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held noon on Saturday, December 13, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Pastor Tracy Terry officiating. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel and Crematory, 540-982-2221.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Dec. 8 to Dec. 12, 2008.

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Tony Sparks

December 16, 2008

I hadn't seen A.J. in a while or spoke with him much over the last couple of years, but I will never forget him. I met A.J. when I was a 17-18 years old and he treated me like a little brother. He taught me alot about the world and showed me alot of things I may not have gotten to see or experience, and I'm better for it. A.J. was a good man and will be sorely missed and never forgotten. I'm sure you and Chuck are hating it that the Skins aren't gonna make the playoffs. Rest in peace with Chuck....Signed, your little brother...

Cissy Pugh

December 13, 2008

You Know Ive always loved you, we`ve been through some crazy times, you will be deeply missed and never forgotten -LOVE CISSY-

Jill Thompson

December 12, 2008

Sorry to hear about AJ i live next door on 8th street se Jill Atkins and
he came in the store alot on elm se. Sorry for your lost. Jill Thompson

gloria donanthan

December 12, 2008

summer i sorry to hear about your dad.my prays are with you

Diane Phillips

December 12, 2008

Cathy:

I am so sorry for yet another loss you've had to suffer. Know that my thoughts, prayers, and love are with you.

Sheila Wentworth

December 8, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about A.J. Your family is in my prayers and my heart goes out to you all as you have suffered so much loss the past few years. Remember the good times, comfort each other and be strong.

mike and janet edwards

December 8, 2008

ours thoughts and prayer are with you all at this times we thought of you like family you will surly be missed

david richards

December 8, 2008

our thoughts and prayers, i worked with aj he was a very decent guy,he will be missed

Alpha Omega Resources Lori Harris

December 8, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Cathy Watson

December 8, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Karla Pugh

December 8, 2008

Your family is in my prayers.

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